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Leo Belgicus--Gerritsz., Hessel.
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Leo Belgicus. Amsterdam, [c.1710], 435 x 555mm., double-page engraved map, contemporary hand colour [Van Heiden 15.6 & 15.7, noting only three examples with Doncker’s imprint]
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Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Of all the cartographic curiosities the "Leo Belgicus", in which the Low Countries (the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Belgium), were depicted in the form of a lion, is the most famous, the most collectable and the longest-lived.
This example, printed from a plate made by Hessel Gerritsz., c.1612, was published with the imprint of Hendrick Doncker. Van Heiden’s description seems to be in error; it seems likely that his “state 15.6” duplicates 15.7, which is dated 1705, but with the engraved date scratched off the paper, as visible on this example.
This example, printed from a plate made by Hessel Gerritsz., c.1612, was published with the imprint of Hendrick Doncker. Van Heiden’s description seems to be in error; it seems likely that his “state 15.6” duplicates 15.7, which is dated 1705, but with the engraved date scratched off the paper, as visible on this example.